Node-RED for Home Assistant FAQs

Question 1

Does this skill support the use of external JavaScript libraries in function nodes?

Accepted Answer

The skill prioritizes built-in nodes like 'http request' for better stability. If a library like axios is required, the skill will warn you that it requires manual configuration in your Node-RED settings.js file.

Question 2

Can I use this to create custom sensors in Home Assistant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but the skill will remind you that using entity nodes (like ha-entity) requires the separate 'hass-node-red' integration to be installed in your Home Assistant instance.

Question 3

What is the difference between trigger-state and server-state-changed?

Accepted Answer

trigger-state is the current, updated node type in the Home Assistant websocket palette; server-state-changed is an outdated node name and should no longer be used.

Question 4

Does this skill handle Home Assistant YAML automations?

Accepted Answer

No, this skill is specifically for Node-RED visual flows. For YAML-based automations, you should use the dedicated Home Assistant skill.

Question 5

Why are server configurations omitted from the generated JSON?

Accepted Answer

For security and portability, the skill leaves the server field empty. This allows you to import the flow and select your specific local server configuration without overwriting settings.

Node-RED for Home Assistant

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Node-RED for Home Assistant

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